Bette was in the resident choir I directed a few years ago. She had a fabulous singing voice. She also was always bright, cheerful, and funny. She also danced up a storm at Lanagan Hall parties and especially the Prom with the students from Chatard. She was the life of the party. The residents at St. Aug. and especially Bette always seem forever young so when they pass away, it always breaks my heart. Every time my band played for a party in Lanagan Hall, Bette always came up to the stage to say “Hello, darlin’” and show some great dance moves! She was an absolute joy and I will miss her very much.

Jeannine Hong

Association Jeanne Jugan Member

I remember Bette well from the floral shop. She would go out her way to help anyone and always had a kind ear when needing something for a sad occasion.

There was one time I called several years ago very upset over a family member passing and Bette spent time just letting me talk before I placed my order. She was like a surrogate mom and was I what I needed at the time. She will be missed by many.

PAT WE ARE SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. LOOKS LIKE SHE LIVED A LONG AND HAPPY LIFE.

PRAYERS

FRANK AND JULIE BOHANNON

Worked for Jim and Bette at Grande's on Washington Street right after high school....wonderful people and a great family...RIP Bette! Love, hugs, and prayers!

R.I.P Bette! Godspeed! So many good memories with the Gillespie family--sending our condolences to everyone!

Pat and Family,

So sorry to hear of your loss.

---Ray Heilman (Highsmith Floral)